Winter is the time of year when you are going to spend most of your time indoors. The weather can be so harsh and cold that you may feel unmotivated to move from your house. The last thing you may want to do is put on athletic gear and head to the gym.   However,…

Sandwiches are easy to eat, easy to create, and delicious. No wonder the month of August is dedicated to the world’s favorite on-the-go meal, the sandwich. Celebrate National Sandwich Month with your favorite sandwich or have some fun inventing a new sandwich to share with friends and family.   Sandwiches are great because you can…

Did you know that increasing your whole grain intake can be beneficial to your overall health? Swapping out refined carbohydrates for whole grain products is rarely a bad idea! Increase your consumption throughout the month of September for National Whole Grain Month.   There are so many health benefits associated with whole grain products, that…

The New Year has begun and what better way to start the year off by learning about the basics of wheat. January is National Wheat Bread Month so take advantage, stay informed and make the most out of it!   All About Wheat   Did you know that wheat makes up a majority of our…

Whether it’s heading to the beach, out for a picnic, or at school/work, lunchtime is all about quick, easy, and delicious meals. What better food item to fit this description than a fun sandwich? The possibilities here are endless, but if you’re having some difficulty thinking of creative ideas, check out some of the recipes…

Pumpkin bread goes wonderfully with Thanksgiving dinner. You can use this in place of corn bread at dinner or have it as your dessert. Check out My Supermarket Sidekick for tips on dairy products, such as choosing between milk and milk alternatives on pages 37-38. Also check out pages 43-44 for tips on shopping for eggs and the real difference between white and brown eggs.

Sandwiches are the classic lunch time food but they often get a bad rap because of the myth that bread is bad. However, when a sandwich is made right it can be the perfect complete meal containing each main food group all packed together in a yummy portable way. Since August is National Sandwich Month,…